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Chairs For Sale
Rustic Handmade & Handpainted Spanish Chair – Circa 1940.
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rustic Handmade & Handpainted Spanish Chair – Circa 1940 – Unique Vintage Piece with Beautiful Patin. Discover the charm of Spanish craftsmanship ...
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1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Wood

Rope Chair in Pine, Attributed to Poul Kjaerholm & Jørgen Høj, Denmark, 1960's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rope chair in pine - attributed to Poul Kjaerholm & Jørgen Høj, Denmark 1960's Made of stained pine wood and rope pine this curious piece is often attributed to Poul Kjærholm & J...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Rope, Pine

Aesthetic Movement Gold Giltwood Cane Arm Chair
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century giltwood chair with wonderful hand carved curved arms, turned spindle, finals, cane seat and new feather down seat cushion in ticking. Also available C.O.M. (additional...
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19th Century Napoleon III Antique Chairs

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Cane, Wood, Giltwood

Lina Bo Bardi; Marcelo Ferraz; Marcelo Suzuki. Frei Egidio Chair. Edition 2022
Located in PARIS, FR
The Frei Egídio chair was developed by Lina Bo Bardi, Marcelo Ferraz and Marcelo Suzuki, to equip Mattos' Gregório theater in Salvador. It had to be light and easily transportable an...
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Pine

Set of Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, Model "Lis", 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of Niels Koefoed dining chairs made in solid smoked oak. New upholstered in tan aniline leather. Model Lis, made by Niels Koefoeds Møbelfabrik Horn...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Thonet Bentwood Cane Bistro or Side Chair, 1920's
Located in Doylestown, PA
Thonet bentwood cane cafe or side chair, 1920's This iconic design chair has a sturdy yet lightweight beechwood frame. An original classic great for a varie...
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1920s European Bauhaus Vintage Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Pair of Italian 50s Dining Chairs Attributed to Paolo Buffa
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of dining wood chairs attributed to Paolo Buffa. Typical example of Italian 50s furniture design shapes and proportions.
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1950s Italian Vintage Chairs

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Wood

Ana Verde Notte Marble Chair by Serafini
Located in London, GB
The Ana marble chair is a unique take on a statement chair that brings timeless materials together in a new way. Ana marble chair is a play on the art of simplicity and the beauty of...
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2010s Italian Modern Chairs

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Marble

Fully renovated beech wood chairs by Antonín Šuman, Czechoslovakia, set of 4
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This bentwood dining chairs designed by Antonin Suman. The chairs are made of bent beech and plywood. Made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s. The chairs are in excellent con...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood, Beech, Bentwood, Plywood

Pair of Antique French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Armchairs C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique pair of French Louis XVI style arm chairs offer giltwood construction with upholstered seats and backs, covered scroll for...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

LC7 Swivel Chairs by Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret, and Le Corbusier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Few pieces in 20th-century furniture design hold the same canonical status as these 1928 swivel chairs, conceived by the groundbreaking trio Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charl...
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Early 20th Century Modern Chairs

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Enamel, Steel

Set of 2 Gastone Rinaldi for Fasem Italy dining chairs, 1980’s
Located in Delft, NL
Designer: Gastone Rinaldi Manufacturer: Fasem Origin: Italy Period: 1980’s Color: Black , Silver Material: Chrome, Fabric
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Set of 6 Italian Wooden Armchairs, 1960's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning set of 6 beautiful Italian chairs. This lovely set of dining chairs has a strong resemblance to the Augusto Savini's 'Pamplona' chair (1965) and the Afra & Tobia Scrapa's '...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Wood

Isa Bergamo Set of Italian six chairs in yellow fabric
Located in Milano, IT
Allow me to take you on a journey to the enchanting world of Italian chairs from the 1950s, crafted by the esteemed ISA BERGAMO manufacture. These chairs exude a timeless charm that ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Magis Proust LowChair in White by Alessandro Mendini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“I think many people will already know my “Proust armchair”. It is a romantic, baroque chair, on which an endless number of multi-coloured dots are hand-paint- ed using the pointillism technique. These dots cover the whole armchair, both the fabric and the wooden decorations. It’ s a re-design work. It is, in fact, a combination of a mock-antique armchair with a detail from a painting of a garden by French artist Signac. From 1978 onwards, the “Proust armchair” was produced in many versions, using different colours, ma- terials and dimensions, and was even made of ceramics and bronze. It travelled all around the world and was hosted in many museums. But now some truly revolutionary news, as a paradox comes true: the “Proust armchair” has now been transformed into an industrial rotational-moulded piece. Ladies and gentlemen, we bring you “ Magis Proust...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs

Materials

Polystyrene

Garouste & Bonetti style , Wrought Iron Chair
Located in Miami, FL
In the style of Garouste & Bonetti , wrought iron chair.
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Rare Scandinavian Modern Sofa by Wilhelm Schauman Oy, 1940s/1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare Scandinavian Modern sofa by Wilhelm Schauman Oy from the 1940s/1950s. Elm frame, re-upholstered with high quality Lauritzon's Lamm Ecru -fabric. ...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Chairs

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Fabric, Elm

Makha, Solid Wood Sculptural Bar Chair, Original Contemporary Design, Logniture
Located in Stara Gradiška, HR
Unique chainsaw carved wooden functional sculpture usable as a bar chair. Carved from a single piece of wood and protected with the highest quality oils, ensuring durability for gene...
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21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Wooden Windsor Chair Beech Elm Wheel Back Chair 19th Century
Located in Poperinge, BE
Antique and characterful Wheel Back Windsor chair made of elm and beech, at the back the initials JG, United Kingdom, late 19th century. Simplistic and pure design, steam-bent wood,...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Chairs

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Beech, Elm

Mid Century Black Adirondack Beach Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Mid Century wooden Adirondack outdoor chairs. Wonderful size and comfortable to sit on. Great for a cabin or beach house.
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Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Chairs

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Wood

Mid Century Black  Adirondack Beach Chairs
Mid Century Black  Adirondack Beach Chairs
$1,160 Sale Price / set
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Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and black pure aniline leather. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade Made by Another Classic...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

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Oak

9 Leg Broadway Chair by Gaetano Pesce by Bernini C. 1993
Located in New York, NY
The Broadway Chair with nine legs is a rare, limited-edition piece designed by Gaetano Pesce and manufactured by Bernini in Italy as part of the Broadway series, produced from 1993 t...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Tito Agnoli Korium Leather Chair (1970s) by Matteo Grassi – Italian Post Modern
Located in London, GB
The Korium chair, designed by Tito Agnoli, is a standout piece from the mid-20th century, blending Italian craftsmanship with modernist design principles. Agnoli, renowned for his mi...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Steel

Early Victorian Carved Mahogany Reclining Wing Armchair
Located in Huntington, NY
With dyed leather seat.
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19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Locus Solus Green Chair by Gae Aulenti
Located in Milan, IT
Marked by a streamlined silhouette, this chair makes an indispensable addition to any outdoor area, bringing a functional element with a colorful soul. The bright green tubular steel...
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2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rare Borge Mogensen 2231 Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
Located in LEWES, GB
Extremely Rare Borge Mogensen Model 2231 Chairs, Denmark, 1960s. Original leather and oak. Original condition. Incredible tone and patina.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

D51 Fagus chair with armrests by Walter Gropius, manufactured by Tecta in 1920
Located in Ravenna, IT
D51 Fagus arm chair designed by Walter Gropius and manufactured by Tecta in Germany in 1920. This painted ash wood seat fully reflects the German style of those years. Walter Gropius...
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1920s German Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Harewood

French Style Side Chairs by Chateau D'ax
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th Century Amazing, Beautiful French style side chairs by Chateau D'ax Italian made beautiful chairs w/ carved walnut suede backs & ...
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20th Century Chairs

Materials

Suede, Wood

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Leather, Velvet Jacquard, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Laurence leather dining chair is an artistic tribute to the essence of femininity in con...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

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Leather, Velvet, Wood, Mohair, Bouclé, Jacquard, Linen

Donald Judd Inspired Bench Seating Trio in Walnut by Boyd & Allister
Located in Santa Fe, NM
This Donald Judd inspired bench trio in walnut was originally made for my own one bedroom home. It elegantly solved the problem of occasionally ne...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style swivel chair. This shapely midcentury swivel chair has been newly upholstered in a beautiful steel blue mohair fabric. Comfortable and stunnin...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Collector Contemporary Modern Moca Bar Chair in Bouclé Dark Brown by Studio Rig
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Contemporary Modern Moca bar chair in fabric by Studio Rig for Collector Studio A chair that mixes both modern and classical design approaches. Designed to hug the body, durable and ...
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2010s Portuguese Chairs

Materials

Metal

Minimal Style, Solid Wood Chair, Leather or Textile Seating, Caning Backboard
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
The wing chair solid wood collection, flexibility, modern aesthetics, comfort and softness are the keywords for this collection. The concept is inspired by the B-52 plane design, thi...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Cane, Hardwood

Thonet, Set of 6 Rare Design Black Wood Chairs
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This set of 6 design black wood chairs is stamped Thonet-Vienna-1993 and has the gold Thonet incrusted label. They have a nice design, are large and...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Armchair with Lambswool Seat
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning rustic Folk Art hand carved antique armchair in oak painted wood with a newer upholstered lambswool seat. Made in Norway in th...
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco Chairs

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Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak

Two Knoll Butterfly Chairs in Cognac Leather
Located in San Francisco, CA
Iconic Knoll butterfly chairs, sold individually or as a pair, suitable for interior or exterior use. Gently worn leather slings add to the character o...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf, Velvet, Oak, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Grand pouf is a versatile piece that combines elegance with functionality. Its curved, sculptural d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

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Brass, Stainless Steel

Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi for Yamakawa Rattan, 1960s
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A sculptural rattan lounge chair designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan in Japan. This iconic design is distinguished by its smooth, organic form and tightly...
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1960s Japanese Vintage Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Period Gustavian Chairs in Original Paint, Sweden, Late 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming pair of Swedish Gustavian side chairs from the late 18th century, each scraped back to reveal traces of their original soft grayish-white paint, now beautifully timeworn a...
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Chairs

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Pine

Kartell A.I. Counter Stool in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kartell continues its ongoing commitment to sustainability with eco-friendly products which are part of the broader project expressed by the industrial manifesto Kartell loves the pl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

In Stock Roly Poly Armchair Ochre by Driade, Faye Toogood
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Shapely and utterly comfortable, the distinctive Roly Poly Armchair by Driade is a well rounded lounge chair with a graceful, bowl-like seat up top and four solid legs beneath. It's ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs

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Plastic

OCA, Minimalist Hanging Swing Chair by Tiago Curioni in Aluminium
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Based on absolute simplicity and extreme rationalization of lines and shapes, we thought of a shape that could be replicated identically and that, in itself, should make up the whole piece. Thus, the 3 oblong links of the same size emerged, which are light, resistant, and easy to install, making outdoor or indoor life more fun. The possibility of not only sitting down but also lying down was the motto for naming the piece as OCA, referring to the most traditional Amazon Indians...
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21st Century and Contemporary South American Minimalist Chairs

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Aluminum

Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Original Black Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Easy Chairs in Teak and Original Black Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen Additional Information: Material: Teak and original black leather Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare pai...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Thonet Austrian Curved Wood Armrests Chair, 1920s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Thonet Austrian arm chair, c. 1900/1920, In curved beech wood, the upholstery has been redone in ivory velvet and the wooden parts have been polished wi...
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1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Dedar Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Laurence dining chair is an artistic tribute to the essence of femininity in contemporar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs

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Bouclé, Wood, Leather, Mohair, Linen, Velvet

Teddy Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Teddy chair is our first official seating piece. The upholstered, tubular legs contour up and around the seat cushion, transitioning from leg, to arm, ...
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2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Fur

Teddy Chair
Teddy Chair
$6,800 / item
Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, Set of 4
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of 4 dining chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, in metal, wood and rattan.
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1980s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Chairs

Materials

Metal

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Dining Chairs for B&B Italia, 1973, set of 8
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" dining chairs with armrests for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1973, set of eight. "Dialogo", in substance, is a return to the formal solution of th...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Organic Modern Adjustable Office / Home Sling Chair by William Katavolos
Located in Oakland, CA
A metal framed swiveling, height-adjustable chair with reclining tension control in brown leather by American architect and designer William Katavolos for Leathercrafter. With its ca...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

Materials

Iron

Hayworth Indoor/Outdoor Lounge Chair, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A winged lounge chair with a low-profile design from our Hayworth Collection. Benchmade in Los Angeles, its soft curves pair with a sturdy foundation of outdoor wood in this indoor-outdoor piece created to embrace the spirit of endless summer. Designed with functionality in mind, the upholstered back cushion and removable seat cushion are both made of outdoor dry-fast foam. The base and legs are made of solid Iroko with a frame that includes slats for drainage when used in an outdoor or poolside environment. All our outdoor upholstered pieces come standard with an ivory outdoor textile (not pictured here). They are also available as C.O.M. (Customer’s Own Materials). Dimensions: 29”H x 33.5"W × 30"D Seat Height: 17"H (front tapers down towards seat back) C.O.M. Yardage: 7 yards solid fabric Finish: Shown here in our Carbon Canyon outdoor finish. It is also available in our Rincon outdoor finish. All of our pieces are bench-made in Los Angeles by local artisans. Current lead time: 16-22 weeks + transit time. Inquire about customizations, alternate materials & finishes, coordinating outdoor cover, as well as expedite options. About this piece: + Fabric available as Ivory Outdoor Textile or COM (customer's own materials) + Fade & mildew resistant fabric is recommended for outdoor usage or in high-humidity environments. + Please inquire about yardage requirements for patterned fabrics. + COM Lead Time begins when fabric arrives, SFA approved (for custom finishes) and DFA approved (for custom sizing and designs). + Covered or protected storage is advised. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures which may damage frame. Wood will naturally grey, fade or patina over time; exposure to the elements will expedite this inherent trait. + Available as shown in our Carbon Canyon finish, it is also available in Rincon. + Optional cover can be purchased upon request. + Coordinating ottoman sold separately and not included in the listing price. About August Abode...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Other Chairs

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Upholstery, Foam, Wood, Textile

Hans J. Wegner Cushion for Wishbone Chair CH24
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner cushions for wishbone chair model CH24. Made in canvas with leather tubing and good quality foam. Only the cushion, not the chair.
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Six Italian Arper Modern Leather Chrome Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Chic set of six Italian post modern leather and chrome dining chairs made by Arper. Crafted in the style and manner of Italian designers Giancarlo Vegni and Gianfranco Gualtierotti...
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20th Century Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Black Sculptural Three-Legged Armchair in Resin-Covered Foam by Michal Cihlar
By Michal Cihlar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The three legged armchair is an experiment in construction and finish, its form inspired by a 13th-century Mycenaean terracotta sculpture — “Fema...
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2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Resin, Foam

JH 540 - Valet chair by Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 540 - 'Valet chair' in patinated oak with folding seat in solid teak. Stamped by the manufacturer. Designed in 1953. Did you know that the danish King Frede...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Oak, Teak

DS3 Dining Chairs by Charles Rennie Mackintosh for Atelier International
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Italy / 1970 / 4 dinner chairs Mackintosh / Atelier international / wood, vinyl / Mid-century / Vintage Elegant set of four dinner chairs in ebonized ash wood with inlays and red vi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Wood

Set of 4 Vintage French Bistro Style Wrought Iron & Cane Chairs
Located in Elkton, MD
Set of four vintage dining chairs featuring black wrought iron frames with curved backs, natural cane insets, and round upholstered seat cushions in off-white faux leather. Cushions ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Bohemian Chairs

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Wrought Iron

A Pair of Art Deco Style "Klismos" Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
These luxurious horseshoe-back chairs exude modern glamour while their design recalls the "klismos" chairs of ancient Greece. The erect seating posture, with outward-splayed legs and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Ines White Chair in Tobacco-Stained Ash Wood by Pacini & Cappellini
Located in Milan, IT
Designed by Studio Pacini & Cappellini, this chair combines elegance and comfort. The solid ash wood frame features a tobacco-stained finish, while the seat and backrest are upholste...
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2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Wood

James Evanson Masque Chair for Evanson Studios
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Really nice Masque chair by James Evanson for Evanson Studios. This unique 80's side chair is in good vintage condition with only some minor scuffing on the back legs. The seat and b...
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1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Laminate, Mahogany, Plywood

Set of Two Chairs by Michael Van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960, we offer this set of two early chairs by Michael Van Beuren made in mahogany and plywood, includes brand label. About Michael Van Beuren: Michael Van Beuren (1911–2...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Chairs

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Mahogany

Shop Antique and Vintage Chairs on 1stDibs: Lounge Chairs, Dining Chairs and Other Seating for Sale

Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?

With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.

“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.

Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.

“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames

Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.

The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office. 

A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today. 

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